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ISPS Code

Security level

  • 2018.9.20 3:29:34 AM
  • Security level of Incheon Port: Grade 1
  • Security level of vessels that have acquired the nationality of Republic of Korea: Grade 1
    ※Security level framework (Grade 1: normal, Grade 2: alert, Grade 3: emergency)

Foreign vessels subject to the ISPS Code should notify ship security information (SSI) 24 hours before their entry into a port

  • Vessel team of Seafarers, Maritime Affairs and Safety Division【 Tel 032-880-6497, Fax 032-884-3564, 032-885-0023】

Guidelines for employees in port facilities

  • An employee should wear a pass when coming in and out of port facilities
  • A port worker should wear a vest.
  • A vehicle should be parked in a designated parking lot.
  • Employees should actively cooperate with gate guards or security guards’ request for checks or search when coming in and out of port facilities.

Details of ISPS Code enactment

  • In the wake of the September 11 attacks, the International Maritime Organization (IMO)voted to take measures to strengthen maritime security at the 22nd Conference (November 2001).
  • A draft for the International Code for the Security of Ships and of Port Facilities was prepared through expert meetings (February-September 2002).
  • SOLAS Chapter XI-2 (Special measures to enhance maritime security) and the ISPS Code were newly established.
  • The IMO diplomatic conference adopted the ISPS Code on December 12, 2002 (effective on July 1, 2004) ※ ISPS Code: International Code for the Security of Ships and of Port Facilities

ISPS Code overview

Composition: Preface, Part A, and Part B
  • Part A: Providing mandatory requirements in relation to SOLAS Chapter XI-2
  • Part B: Providing essential considerations to allow for in applying Guidance on the regulations of SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and ISPS Code Part A to relevant guidance
Mandatory regulations kept by governments, port authorities and shipping companies to prevent any actions that deteriorate the safety of vessels, passengers (crewmen), cargo and port facilities
  • Ships must have the ISSC to navigate after receiving approval for the ship security plan (SSP) and passing a security examination.
  • A port must assess security conditions and establish and enforce a security plan.

Main information

Division Description Application
Ships & Companies
  • Appoint and train persons in charge of ship and company security
  • Prepare the ship security assessments and plans
  • Hold an international ship security certificate (5 years)
  • Install a ship security alert device
 International passenger ship, cargo ships and mobile floating structures of 500 tons or above
Port facilities
  • Prepare the port facility security assessments and plans
  • Appoint persons in charge of port facility security
  • Install and operate security equipment
 Ports used by international ships
Government
  • Examine security for both home and foreign ships and issue certificates
  • Appoint and train chief officers and persons in charge of ship security
  • Issue a certificate of port facilities appropriateness confirmation (effective for 5years)
  • Notify the IMO of ship and port facility security related matters
  • Check security conditions of foreign ships
 Conducted by the regional office

Grounds for enforcement

  • Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS) Chapter XI-1 and Chapter XI-2
  • International Ship and Port Facility Security Act (Enactment, July 3rd, 2007, enforcement, February 29th, 2008)

Reference

  • 24-hour Pre-arrival Notification Form
  • Guidance to SSI Notification